A Stochastic Master Equation Representation of Statistical Mechanics

1977
2 pages
Published in:
  • Phys.Lett.A 60 (1977) 273-274

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Abstract: (Elsevier)
A functional master equation for a probability density of the velocity distribution function is presented. This constitutes a representation of statistical mechanics which is equivalent to the BBGKY hierarchy but makes alternative approximation schemes available.
  • STATISTICAL MECHANICS
  • HYDRODYNAMICS
  • MODEL: STATISTICAL
  • QUANTUM MECHANICS
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